Plywood rack question...

[RaltsXIV]

So I'm working on my new plywood rack as my melamine one is too squat. I'm making the ply one taller ( 1 x6 instead of 2 x 3), and it just donned on my how I'm going to attach the shelves. I don't have the capability to make dado cuts and the wood i've cut for the shelves is 15/32" thick. I'm worried i'll split the wood if i send screws in through the side so I test it out on some scrap. I predrilled two holes and sent the screws in, one side split one didn't.

Would 1 1/8" nails driven through 15/32" board into my shelves be enough to hold up a shelf holding one 32 qt tub?

[Royal Hijinx]

They make small L shaped brackets that you get a Lowes. I would use those. It would also provide a bit better support.

[RaltsXIV]

I had considered that. I may have to look again though.
I think I may have clearance issues with them. Rack was designed tight.

[Royal Hijinx]

If you have not built it yet, adjust for them. Or counter-sink them.

[RaltsXIV]

If you have not built it yet, adjust for them. Or counter-sink them.

freakin genius idea! lol